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General Knowledge

Total questions: 50

Worksheet time: 1hrs 6mins

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1.

What is an earthquake?

a)

An earthquake is a gentle vibration of the ground caused by weather changes.

b)

An earthquake is a sudden shaking of the ground caused by the movement of tectonic plates.

c)

An earthquake is a slow movement of the earth's surface due to erosion.

d)

An earthquake is a loud noise created by volcanic eruptions.

2.

How do tectonic plates cause earthquakes?

a)

Tectonic plates cause earthquakes by moving and interacting at their boundaries, leading to stress buildup and sudden release of energy.

b)

Tectonic plates cause earthquakes by rotating around a central point, creating vibrations.

c)

Earthquakes occur when tectonic plates dissolve in magma, releasing gas and heat.

d)

Tectonic plates trigger earthquakes by expanding and contracting due to temperature changes.

3.

What are some natural causes of earthquakes?

a)

Soil erosion, animal migrations, and seasonal weather changes.

b)

Meteor impacts, tidal waves, and landslides.

c)

Glacial movements, atmospheric pressure changes, and tree falls.

d)

Tectonic plate movements, volcanic activity, and underground cave collapses.

4.

How can human activities cause earthquakes?

a)

Human activities can cause earthquakes by altering stress in the Earth's crust through mining, dam construction, geothermal extraction, and fracking.

b)

Earthquakes are solely caused by natural tectonic movements and not by humans.

c)

Human activities can only cause minor tremors, not significant earthquakes.

d)

Human activities can prevent earthquakes by stabilizing the Earth's crust.

5.

What are the primary effects of an earthquake?

a)

Air pollution, drought, extreme temperatures

b)

Flooding, aftershocks, volcanic eruptions

c)

Ground shaking, structural damage, landslides, tsunamis, ground rupture.

d)

Wildfires, blizzards, heatwaves

6.

How can earthquakes affect buildings and structures?

a)

Earthquakes can enhance building stability and strength during seismic events.

b)

Earthquakes can cause structural damage, collapse, and failure of buildings due to ground shaking and seismic forces.

c)

Buildings are unaffected by earthquakes and remain intact regardless of magnitude.

d)

Earthquakes primarily improve the design of structures through natural selection.

7.

What should you do during an earthquake?

a)

Drop, cover, and hold on.

b)

Look for a window to escape through.

c)

Stand still and wait for it to stop.

d)

Run outside immediately.

8.

Why is it important to drop, cover, and hold on?

a)

It is important to drop, cover, and hold on to avoid falling debris during a storm.

b)

You should drop, cover, and hold on to stay warm during cold weather.

c)

It is important to drop, cover, and hold on to protect yourself during an earthquake.

d)

It is crucial to drop, cover, and hold on to prevent injuries from slipping on ice.

9.

What is a safe place to be during an earthquake?

a)

In a crowded elevator or stairwell.

b)

On a balcony or rooftop terrace.

c)

Near large windows or glass doors.

d)

Under a sturdy piece of furniture or against an interior wall.

10.

How can you prepare for an earthquake at home?

a)

Paint the house a brighter color

b)

Buy a new television for entertainment

c)

Secure heavy furniture, create an emergency kit, identify safe spots, and develop a communication plan.

d)

Install a swimming pool in the backyard

11.

What is a tsunami and how is it related to earthquakes?

a)

A tsunami is a series of waves caused by the displacement of water, often related to underwater earthquakes.

b)

A tsunami is a type of earthquake that occurs on land.

c)

A tsunami is a storm surge caused by high winds.

d)

A tsunami is a single wave caused by volcanic eruptions.

12.

What are aftershocks?

a)

Aftershocks are large earthquakes that occur far away from the epicenter.

b)

Aftershocks are the vibrations caused by volcanic eruptions.

c)

Aftershocks are smaller earthquakes that follow a main earthquake.

d)

Aftershocks are the initial tremors before a main earthquake.

13.

How can earthquakes impact the environment?

a)

Earthquakes can create new habitats and promote biodiversity.

b)

Earthquakes primarily affect human structures and have no environmental impact.

c)

Earthquakes lead to increased rainfall and improved soil fertility.

d)

Earthquakes can impact the environment by causing landslides, tsunamis, habitat destruction, and pollution.

14.

What role do scientists play in studying earthquakes?

a)

Scientists mainly work on creating earthquake-themed educational programs.

b)

Scientists are responsible for designing buildings to withstand earthquakes.

c)

Scientists play a crucial role in monitoring, analyzing, and predicting earthquakes to enhance understanding and safety.

d)

Scientists primarily focus on studying animal behavior during earthquakes.

15.
  1. 9. When was Lagos made the Federal capital of Nigeria?

a)

1904

b)

1905

c)

1906

d)

1914

16.
  1. 8. _________ was made the administrative headquarters of the Northern protectorate in 1900.

a)

Calabar

b)

Lagos

c)

Kaduna

d)

Lokoja

17.
  1. 7. The Nigerian area was made up of __________ parts in 1900.

a)

Three

b)

Four

c)

Five

d)

Two

18.
  1. 6. States were created in Nigeria in 1997, ym1976, 1987, and _______

a)

1991

b)

1992

c)

1993

d)

1994

19.
  1. 4. The creation of states in Nigeria started in _________

a)

1963

b)

1964

c)

1965

d)

1967

20.
  1. 3. The following were the states in Eastern region except __________

a)

East central State

b)

South Eastern State

c)

Rivers State

d)

Lagos

21.
  1. 2. Which of the region was created in 1963?

a)

Northern region

b)

Mid western region

c)

Western regiom

d)

Eastern region

22.

P+S= Red-Orange, Yellow-Orange,

Red-Violet, Blue-Violet, Yellow-Green, Blue-Green

a)

Color

b)

Primary Color

c)

Secondary Color

d)

Tertiary Color

23.

P+P=Violet, Orange, Green

a)

Color

b)

Primary Color

c)

Secondary Color

d)

Tertiary Color

24.

Red, Yellow, Blue

a)

Color

b)

Primary Color

c)

Secondary Color

d)

Tertiary Color

25.

The lightness or darkness of any color or white to gray to black.

a)

Shade

b)

Tint

c)

Value

26.

The way a surface of an object feels (actual texture) or looks (implied texture).

a)

Actual Texture

b)

Implied Texture

c)

Texture

27.

These are the building blocks of Art and include Line, Shape, Form, Texture, Space, Value, Color.

a)

Elements of Art

b)

Periodic Table

c)

Principles of Design

28.

These come from math & can be measured.

a)

Geometric

b)

Organic

c)

Shape

d)

Form

29.

The way the line travels, Horizontal, Vertical, Diagonal.

a)

Line Direction

b)

Line Quality

c)

Line

30.

The path a moving point makes on a surface. They can have directions and can create emotion.

a)

Line Direction

b)

Line Quality

c)

Line

31.

is the way the surface of an object actually feels. roughness and smoothness of an object’s appearance.

a)

Shape

b)

Color

c)

Texture

d)

Line

32.

Which is the example of Horizontal Line?

a)
b)
c)
33.

in what group of color are they?

a)

Primary

b)

Secondary

c)

Tertiary

d)

monocromatic

34.

WHAT KIND OF LINE IS THIS?

a)

Vertical Lines

b)

Horizontal Lines

c)

Diagonal Lines

d)

Zigzag Lines

35.

My ......

a)

A DADDY

b)

A BROTHER

c)

A GRANDPA

d)

A BABY

36.
What distinguishes a nuclear family from an extended family?
a)
A nuclear family includes only parents and their children, while an extended family includes multiple generations.
b)
A nuclear family is larger than an extended family.
c)
A nuclear family consists of only unmarried individuals.
d)
A nuclear family is always formed through adoption.
37.

The picture above represents

a)

Family

b)

School

c)

Environment

d)

Park

38.
What is a key characteristic of an extended family?
a)
It consists only of parents and their children.
b)
It includes parents, unmarried children, married children, their spouses, and possibly elderly dependents.
c)
It is limited to a single household.
d)
It does not involve any blood relations.
39.
Which of the following best defines a nuclear family?
a)
A family that is formed through adoption only.
b)
A family that includes only unmarried children.
c)
A family consisting of two married adults and their offspring.
d)
A family consisting of multiple generations living together.
40.

Your father's parents are your

a)

in-laws

b)

grand parents

c)

relatives

41.

Your sister's daughter is your

a)

cousin

b)

nephew

c)

niece

42.

Your uncle's children are your

a)

nieces

b)

nephews

c)

cousins

43.

Your brother or sister's son is your

a)

uncle

b)

nephew

c)

cousin

44.

A diagram that shows relationship between family members is called

a)

Tree plant

b)

Family plant

c)

Family tree

45.

Which of the following is the duties of the children in the family ?

a)

To provide basic amenities for the family

b)

To get a quality education and help in house chores

c)

To eat, play and joke around

46.

Which of the following is the duties of the parents ?

a)

To care for and protect the children

b)

To send the children to make money for the family

c)

To keep the children with their extended family members

47.

Which of the following is the duties of the parents ?

a)

To care for and protect the children

b)

To send the children to make money for the family

c)

To keep the children with their extended family members

48.

One major role of the extended family is to

a)

Care and support one another.

b)

To compete with one another

c)

To quarrel with one another

49.

The two major types of family in Nigeria are :

a)

Single parent and blended family

b)

Joint and nuclear family

c)

Nuclear and extended family

50.

What is a family ?

a)

A group of people living together

b)

A group of people related by blood, adoption or marriage

c)

A group of people from the same ethnic group