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1. Which feature most clearly distinguishes a federal system from a unitary system?
  1. A written constitution that divides powers between levels of government
  2. A single national legislature
  3. The absence of political parties
  4. The appointment of all local officials by traditional rulers

Answer: A. A written constitution that divides powers between levels of government

Federalism constitutionally allocates powers between at least two levels of government.

2. In Nigeria's federal arrangement, which level of government has primary responsibility for national defence?
  1. Local government
  2. Federal government
  3. State government
  4. Community development association

Answer: B. Federal government

National defence is a national responsibility assigned to the federal government.

3. What is the main purpose of entrenching a provision in a constitution?
  1. To allow a minister to amend it by directive
  2. To make it apply only during emergencies
  3. To require a special procedure before it can be amended
  4. To prevent courts from interpreting it

Answer: C. To require a special procedure before it can be amended

An entrenched provision is protected by a more demanding amendment procedure than an ordinary law.

4. A bill that authorizes government spending for a financial year is principally an example of a(n)
  1. private member's bill
  2. constitutional convention
  3. judicial review
  4. appropriation bill

Answer: D. appropriation bill

An appropriation bill seeks legislative authorization for specified public expenditure.

5. The principal function of a committee of a legislature is to
  1. examine bills or issues in detail and report to the chamber
  2. appoint judges without constitutional authority
  3. conduct the national census
  4. replace the legislature permanently

Answer: A. examine bills or issues in detail and report to the chamber

Committees enable legislators to scrutinize matters more thoroughly before the full chamber acts.

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